Knitting Equipment Technician - Maintenance & Production

RiseMe; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

RiseMe in Spartanburg, SC seeks a Knitting Technician to keep knit equipment running and perform preventative maintenance. You will perform daily mechanical upkeep, troubleshoot and repair equipment, including lubrication cycles and quality checks.

The role requires understanding knit terminology, experience with single jersey machines, and a high school diploma or GED. Training or limited experience is acceptable; candidates should be able to lift up to 25 pounds and work in a loud

Qualifications

• Understand knit terminology and knowledge of single jersey machines.
• GED or high school diploma required; 1–3 months related experience or training acceptable.
• Must be able to operate and troubleshoot knitting equipment.

Responsibilities

• Performs daily mechanical upkeep, troubleshooting, repairs and quality functions inclusive of lubrication cycles and quality assurance.
• Performs re-needling of circular knit equipment and maintaining task files for maintenance of equipment.
• Determines and changes fabric weights and maintains knowledge of this work.
• Performs cam arrangements on knit equipment.
• Operates machines for production purposes, if needed.
• Others may be assigned.

Skills

Knit terminology

Mechanical troubleshooting

Quality assurance

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Single Jersey knitting machines

Job description

RiseMe in Spartanburg, SC seeks a Knitting Technician to keep knit equipment running and perform preventative maintenance. You will perform daily mechanical upkeep, troubleshoot and repair equipment, including lubrication cycles and quality checks.

The role requires understanding knit terminology, experience with single jersey machines, and a high school diploma or GED. Training or limited experience is acceptable; candidates should be able to lift up to 25 pounds and work in a loud